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as in aides
a person who helps a more skilled person
Jack is his mother's preferred aid in the kitchen, as his sister Janice is clumsy when it comes to chopping and peeling
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as in benefits
a thing that helps
a dictionary is a handy aid for working crossword puzzles
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as in assists
an act or instance of helping
the clerk asked if she needed any aid carrying out her purchases
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as in helps
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
sought to aid her in her search for a dachshund puppy by looking online
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Recent Examples of aids
New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Beyond the navigational challenges for vessels and aircraft in the region, interference with satellite navigation systems could also hamper the responses of emergency services which rely on navigation aids, Dyer said, in a call with CNBC.
—Matthew Chin, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
Nursing, pediatric, and home health aids were among the hottest jobs for women without degrees, according to a 2025 report from Pew Research Center.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Plaintiffs’ attorney Mark Lanier leaned on his down-home Texas folksiness throughout the trial, telling the jury what was on his heart and scribbling with grease pencil on his demonstrative aids.
—Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Sign up for an evening star party to learn about the night sky and look through the observatory’s optical aids.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 23 Mar. 2026
Onboard, all passengers are treated with spacious leather seats, curated in-flight refreshments (including bone broth), and calming aids like warm towels.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
However, magnesium does not generally interact with other sleep aids.
—Kirstyn Hill, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
Bret Johnson said as a high school football coach at Mission Viejo, his father wrote notes on yellow legal pads and received assistance from aids to send emails.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026
George Petras, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Sleep aids all work to help relax your body and improve your sleep in different ways.
—Kirstyn Hill, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
The nsoro Foundation, which aids youths aging out of foster homes, and the Mighty Millie Foundation, which provides resources in the fight against childhood cancer.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 11 Mar. 2026
The weight drop also aids the electrical efficiency of the new engines, which rely much more on battery power than the previous generation.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Papaya is also known for its high fiber content, which aids in digestion and promotes regular bowel movements.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 3 Mar. 2026
The gift underwrites the operational expenses of the foundation, ensuring that every dollar raised directly aids children who will benefit from its support, according to the team.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
Heart Health The potassium in prunes also aids in regulating blood pressure.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
TitanSafety is a simple, powerful tool that aids in this undertaking.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 25 Feb. 2026
Noun
Heck, even the TFT cluster is the same, with the same electronic aids (ride modes, 3-step traction control, and quick shifter) as the Ninja.
—New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Beyond the navigational challenges for vessels and aircraft in the region, interference with satellite navigation systems could also hamper the responses of emergency services which rely on navigation aids, Dyer said, in a call with CNBC.
—Matthew Chin, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
Nursing, pediatric, and home health aids were among the hottest jobs for women without degrees, according to a 2025 report from Pew Research Center.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Plaintiffs’ attorney Mark Lanier leaned on his down-home Texas folksiness throughout the trial, telling the jury what was on his heart and scribbling with grease pencil on his demonstrative aids.
—Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Sign up for an evening star party to learn about the night sky and look through the observatory’s optical aids.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 23 Mar. 2026
Onboard, all passengers are treated with spacious leather seats, curated in-flight refreshments (including bone broth), and calming aids like warm towels.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
However, magnesium does not generally interact with other sleep aids.
—Kirstyn Hill, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
Bret Johnson said as a high school football coach at Mission Viejo, his father wrote notes on yellow legal pads and received assistance from aids to send emails.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
This element aids the MEU with support such as medical and dental assistance, motor transport, supply, equipment maintenance and landings.
—George Petras, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Sleep aids all work to help relax your body and improve your sleep in different ways.
—Kirstyn Hill, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
The nsoro Foundation, which aids youths aging out of foster homes, and the Mighty Millie Foundation, which provides resources in the fight against childhood cancer.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 11 Mar. 2026
The weight drop also aids the electrical efficiency of the new engines, which rely much more on battery power than the previous generation.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Papaya is also known for its high fiber content, which aids in digestion and promotes regular bowel movements.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 3 Mar. 2026
The gift underwrites the operational expenses of the foundation, ensuring that every dollar raised directly aids children who will benefit from its support, according to the team.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
Heart Health The potassium in prunes also aids in regulating blood pressure.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
TitanSafety is a simple, powerful tool that aids in this undertaking.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aids
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Senate aides told Semafor that the body is expected to vote on Frank Garcia’s confirmation to be Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs soon after the two-week April recess.—
Adrian Elimian,
semafor.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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The investigatory files are likely to include numerous interviews with Swalwell, his aides, friends and others about the congressman's interactions with Fang, details about his campaign and more.—
Perry Stein The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
29 Mar. 2026
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Based on simple human longevity, the typical retiree will collect the most benefits in the long run by claiming the largest possible monthly check.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Silver does have many of the same benefits gold does, for example, thanks to its ability to hedge against inflation and maintain value when stocks and bonds underperform.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Raynaud had 28 points, nine rebounds and four assists for the Kings (21-57) a day after he was named Western Conference Rookie of the Month.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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This time, the Wisconsin native went 3-for-3 on first-quarter threes, all off assists from Brown.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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Measuring your effort helps your influence authentically grow.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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The drug also helps control glucose levels for people with other types of diabetes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Undeterred, Staley kept at Auriemma until she, too, was steered away by her assistants.—
Lori Riley,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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The 72-year-old coach walked toward Staley in the final seconds of the game before the two had an angry exchange, with assistants having to get in between them.—
David Brandt,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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This approach combines the superior surface properties of tungsten with the structural and economic advantages of other materials.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Apr. 2026
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Making It All Work Sacramento offers many undeniable advantages, including a vibrant cultural scene and abundant urban forests that are hard to find in many other cities.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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By the time he gets called, families can be at war over decisions about dad’s house, mom’s assets or grandma’s healthcare.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Holding assets tied to the economy of a single country also counts as concentration.—
Doug Ashburn,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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With the help of journalist Gerrick Kennedy, the memoir details Brandy's meteoric rise to fame as a young teen while volleying ambition, exhaustion and self-doubt, moving through a predatory and tormenting industry and being misunderstood in the public eye.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Close partnerships of any sort aren’t always split 50/50, of course — everyone, including you, needs a little extra help sometimes.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Aids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aids. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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